Sugar Rush Orange - 15 pcs seeds

Sugar Rush Orange is an attractive hot pepper of the species Capsicum baccatum, bred by Chris Fowler. The variety produces relatively large light-orange fruits, while the plants remain moderate in size and are very productive. Despite their fresh orange appearance, the peppers are seriously hot – 100 000–150 000 SHU.

Sugar Rush Orange is an interesting selection from the Capsicum baccatum group, combining large fruits, a beautiful light-orange colour and abundant yields. The plants do not grow excessively large, which is an advantage in limited spaces.

The fruits are “a little hotter than moderate”, but the measured value is a full 100 000–150 000 SHU. This is definitely a variety for lovers of serious heat.

Variety characteristics

• Bulgarian name: Sugar Rush Orange
• Original name: Sugar Rush Orange
• Botanical species: Capsicum baccatum
• Breeder: Chris Fowler
• Type: Hot pepper
• Heat level: 100 000–150 000 SHU
• Ripe fruit colour: Light orange
• Fruit size: Relatively large
• Growth habit: Moderately compact plant
• Fruit production: Very abundant
• Suitable for: Hot sauces, salsa, marinades and spicy dishes
• Cultivation: Greenhouse or outdoors.

🔥 Heat

100 000–150 000 SHU

This places Sugar Rush Orange among the very hot varieties, despite the relatively innocent appearance of its light-orange fruits.

🌱 Sowing and growing

Sowing: January–April
Location: indoors
Germination temperature: 20–30°C
Planting in a greenhouse: recommended for a higher yield
Planting outdoors: around the end of May
Support: taller plants can be tied up
Pruning: possible to maintain a compact shape.

In autumn, the plants can be moved into pots and placed on a bright windowsill, where they can continue fruiting under suitable conditions.

🍴 Culinary use

The light-orange fruits can be used for hot sauces, salsa, marinades and other spicy recipes, where their attractive colour is an added benefit.